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There's
no better way to learn about wine than tasting comparatively, talking
about it while you're tasting it ("so that's why this wine tastes
different than that!"), and hearing about the wine's background. Plus,
it's the most fun you'll ever have learning something!
How Wines Age: A Comparison Between Young & Mature Wines - Tuesday, March 9
Pinot Noir Around the World - Tuesday, March 16
Australian Whites - Tuesday, March 23
Syrah / Shiraz Quality Comparison - Tuesday, March 30
How Wines Age: A Comparison Between Young & Mature Wines - Tuesday, March 9
6:00 p.m. at the wine bar
Ever wonder how long that nice bottle of wine will age for, and when you should pull the cork? For this tasting we'll explore three pairs of wines of varying ages - each pair will be from the same region, with one wine relatively youthful and the other having several years of age on it. Limited to 12 people so everyone gets a healthy 2 oz. pour of each wine. The wines will be:
- Gianni Brunelli 1996 Brunello di Montalcino
- Casanova di Neri 2004 Brunello di Montalcino
- Clos de Mont Olivet 1994 Chateauneuf du Pape
- Clos de Mont Olivet 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape
- Stag's Leap Vineyard 1996 SLV Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
- Jordan 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Cost of the tasting is $35. 6:00 p.m. at the wine bar; limited to 12 people, This tasting is SOLD OUT. (If
you call to cancel by 2 p.m. the day of the tasting, your card will not
be charged. If you are on the wait list, we'll notify you by 2 p.m. if
space has become available.) Email
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or call us at
414.277.7707.
Pinot Noir Around the World - Tuesday, March 16
Seatings at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. at the wine bar
Good Pinot Noir is hard to beat, offering exquisite elegance, nuance, and depth of flavor. For this tasting we'll explore Pinot from around the world - France, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, Oregon, and California - to taste a range of styles and flavor profiles. Taste just how delicious this varietal can be! The wines will be:
- Alfredo Roca 2009 Pinot Noir, Mendoza Argentina ($12.95)
- R WInery 2008 "Permutations" Pinot Noir, Victoria Australia ($14.95)
- Oyster Bay 2008 Pinot Noir, Marlborough New Zealand ($16.50)
- Bouchard 2005 Pinot Noir, Nuit St. Georges Burgundy ($51.95)
- Beaux Freres 2007 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley Oregon ($51.95)
- Davis Bynum 2006 Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley ($22.95)
Cost of the tasting is $20. Seatings are at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. RSVPs are
required; a credit card is required to secure your reservation. (If
you call to cancel by 2 p.m. the day of the tasting, your card will not
be charged. If you are on the wait list, we'll notify you by 2 p.m. if
space has become available.) Email
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or call us at
414.277.7707.
Australian Whites - Tuesday, March 23
Seatings at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. at the wine bar
For this tasting we'll explore the various regions of Australia and the white wines they produce, ranging from the Semillon and Verdelho that are distinctive to the country, along with the international varietals Sauvigon Blanc and Chardonnay, including and unoaked version that is a hallmark of the country. Ranging from crisp and refreshing to full and lush, but all delicious! Wines TBD.
Cost
of the tasting is $15. Seatings are at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. RSVPs are
required; a credit card is required to secure your reservation. (If
you call to cancel by 2 p.m. the day of the tasting, your card will not
be charged. If you are on the wait list, we'll notify you by 2 p.m. if
space has become available.) Email
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or call us at
414.277.7707.
Syrah / Shiraz Quality Comparison - Tuesday, March 30
Seatings at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. at the wine bar
Syrah-palooza! This tasting will feature six different Syrah / Shirazes in three pairs grouped by region. We'll taste two wines each from the Northern Rhone, Australia, and Washington; within each pair the wines will be served blind and there will be one expensive wine and one more moderately priced. This a great chance to learn how do distinguish wines of varying quality levels - can you taste the difference? Wines and price TBD (likely $20-25, depending on wines chosen).
Seatings are at 5, 6:15, and 7:30 p.m. RSVPs are
required; a credit card is required to secure your reservation. (If
you call to cancel by 2 p.m. the day of the tasting, your card will not
be charged. If you are on the wait list, we'll notify you by 2 p.m. if
space has become available.) Email
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or call us at
414.277.7707.
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